Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Volcano Adventure tour on Hawaii's "Big Island," focusing on the lush, northeastern Hilo side. Explore the dynamic landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to active volcanoes and historic craters. Delight in the charming vistas of Hilo Town. Your knowledgeable driver-guide will enrich your journey with tales of the area's legends, history, and culture, highlighting scenic wonders throughout the tour. Note: This tour is available with hotel pickups exclusively in the Hilo area (Not Kona).

1. 1

   Banyan Drive

   Pass by

   Drive through quaint Hilo Town along magnificent Banyan tree-lined streets along Hilo's coastline known as the "Hilo Walk of Fame".

2. 2

   Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

   2 hours

   Home to Hawaii's active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa.

3. 3

   Chain of Craters Road

   Pass by

   Chain of Craters Road is a 19-mile (31 km) long winding paved road through the East Rift and coastal area of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the island of Hawaii. Some areas are inaccessible.

4. 4

   Kilauea Volcano

   20 min

   Active shield volcano housed in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Latest eruption in June 2023! Vents spew lava from within Halema'uma'u, a pit crater in the volcano's summit caldera.

5. 5

   Steam Vents

   20 min

   See and feel the power of the volcano through the steam vents, where ground water seeps into volcanic rock.

6. 6

   Nahuku - Lava Tube

   20 min

   Tropical forest area featuring a long, subterranean cave formed by ancient flowing lava.

7. 7

   Akaka Falls State Park

   20 min

   Beautiful waterfall, easily viewable from a lookout point and surrounded by a verdant jungle.

8. 8

   Hilo

   Pass by

   Drive through historic Hilo Town, where tsunamis in 1946 and 1960 caused cataclysmic damage and forced the town to be rebuilt further inland. Today, wooden storefronts remain in the laid-back, town that manages to keep the country vibe alive.

9. 9

   Lili'uokalani Gardens

   Pass by

   Renowned for it's lush Japanese gardens.

10. 10

    Rainbow Falls

    20 min

    Witness rainbows forming in the mist at one of Hilo's most magnificent waterfalls.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A light sweater may be needed at the volcano area and sturdy walking shoes are required

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.